Exclusive: Metro's biggest shareholder open to selling stake, sources say
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jun 20 2025
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Source: Reuters
Jaime Gilinski's Stake in Metro Bank: Colombian billionaire Jaime Gilinski Bacal is considering selling his majority stake in Metro Bank, which he acquired during a significant recapitalization in 2023, and has received interest from private equity firms despite a rejected offer due to valuation disagreements.
Metro Bank's Financial Outlook: Following a rebound in share prices and a return to profitability, Metro Bank anticipates growth in its financial performance, with expectations for improved returns on tangible equity and potential benefits from maturing treasury investments.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
